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M. Elizabeth Carnegie Scholarship
Applicant must be an African American registered nurse, member of a professional nursing organization,
be enrolled in a doctoral program in nursing or a nursing-related field, be a U.S. citizen or must have
officially declared desire to become one. Selection is based upon academic achievement and evidence of
service to the profession. Applicant must submit GRE or MAT scores. Send $10 check to cover postage
and handling by February 1 when requesting application.Deadline: March of each year.

M.D. "Jack" Murphy Memorial Nurses Training Fund
To provide financial assistance for the nursing education of residents of Missouri.Number Awarded: 1 each year.Duration: 1 year; may be renewed for 1 additional year.Deadline: April of each year.

Mabel Keaton Staupers Scholarship
To provide financial assistance to Black American students who are interested in preparing for or advancing in the nursing profession.Number Awarded: 1 each year.Duration: 1 year.Deadline: January of each year.

March of Dimes Nursing Scholarships
To provide financial assistance to RN's enrolled in graduate programs of maternal and child nursing.Number Awarded: 4 each year.Duration: 1 year.Deadline: January of each year.

March of Dimes Youth Leadership Scholarship
You are ineligible to apply if you, or a member of your family, is an employee of the March of Dimes.
Graduating high school senior. Planning to pursue a degree at an accredited post-secondary institution.
Academic standing of 3.0 or better. Volunteer service in a leadership role that has helped contribute to a
program that improves the health of babies.Duration: 1 year.Deadline: May of each year.

Margaret Jones Memorial Nursing Fund
Applicants to these scholarships must be in an accredited BSN, MSN, or doctoral nursing program in
Hawaii (undergraduate juniors or seniors or graduate students). Preference may be given to members of the Hawaii Nurses Association. To be eligible for Hawaii Community Foundation Scholarships, you must: be a resident of the state of Hawaii; demonstrate financial need; plan to attend an accredited two- or four-year college or university as either an undergraduate or graduate student; be a full-time student (12 credits
undergraduate; 9 credits graduate); demonstrate academic achievement; and demonstrate good moral
character. Visit the web site for an application.Deadline: March of each year.

Margaret L. Hageman Scholarship
To provide financial assistance to students in Wyoming who are pursuing a degree in nursing.Number Awarded: 1 each year.Duration: 1 year.Deadline: July of each year.

Margaret Miller Memorial Undergraduate Scholarship
This scholarship is awarded to a nurse who is pursuing a baccalaureate degree in nursing. Applicants must be ENA members for a minimum of twelve months prior to applying.Duration: 1 year.Deadline: April of each year.

Margaret Parks Kendrick Nursing Scholarship
Established by Dr. Marvin Hayne Kendrick as a memorial to his mother, Margaret Parks Kendrick. Criteria: must show financial need as defined by the UAB Financial Aid Office, be admitted to or enrolled in study leading to the BSN degree at the UAB School of Nursing, have a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or above, and be a resident of Crenshaw County, Alabama. The School of Nursing Office of Student Affairs announces application deadline and procedures.

Marguerite Mc'Alpin Memorial Scholarship
To provide financial assistance for undergraduate or graduate training in the field of nursing to Washington veterans or their children and grandchildren.Number Awarded: 1 each year.Duration: 1 year.Deadline: March of each year.

Maria Dolores Hernandez Fund
The purpose of the Maria Dolores Hernandez Fund is to develop the full leadership potential of students in the nursing profession through a unique combination of formal education, mentorship, peer support, and exposure to professional activities. Applicants must have an associates degree or diploma in nursing, licensure as a registered nurse in California, and be eligible for admission to CSUF as a nursing major.

Marie Carter Bonner Scholarship
Established by friends and associates as a memorial to Mrs. Bonner who worked as a nurse at UAB Hospital for more than 20 years and served as Director of Psychiatric Nursing. Criteria: a cumulative grade point average of at least 3.0. Preference will be given to applicants who express an interest in psychiatric-mental health nursing. The School of Nursing Office of Student Affairs announces application deadline and procedures.

Marie L. O'Koren School of Nursing Alumni Association Endowed Scholarship
Established with funds received from Dr. Marie L. O'Koren and members of the University of Alabama School of Nursing, University of Alabama at Birmingham Alumni Association. Criteria: admission to or enrollment in study leading to a degree in nursing at UAB in the School of Nursing, cumulative grade point average of at least 3.0, and a demonstrated financial need as determined by the UAB Office of Student Financial Aid. The University of Alabama School of Nursing, University of Alabama at Birmingham Alumni Association, announces application deadline and procedures.

Marie L. O'Koren School of Nursing Alumni Association Endowed Scholarship
Established with funds received from Dr. Marie L. O'Koren and members of the University of Alabama School of Nursing, University of Alabama at Birmingham Alumni Association. Criteria: admission to or enrollment in study leading to a degree in nursing at UAB in the School of Nursing, cumulative grade point average of at least 3.0, and a demonstrated financial need as determined by the UAB Office of Student Financial Aid. The University of Alabama School of Nursing, University of Alabama at Birmingham Alumni Association, announces application deadline and procedures.

Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation, Inc.
The Foundation, a nonprofit corporation, encourages needy and deserving children of Marines and former Marines to begin or continue their college education in all fields, especially nursing. Awards range from $500 to $2500. Total family gross income cannot exceed $37,000. Deadline: February of each year.

Marion A. Lindeman Scholarship
Applicant must be an Oregon resident, be an employee of Willamette View Convalescent Center, have
completed a minimum of 2,000 hours of service as a Certified Nurses Aid, be enrolled full time in a course
of study leading to a degree or certificate in nursing, speech, physical or occupational therapy, or another
health-related field, and demonstrate financial need.Deadline: March of each year.

Marisa Sacchi Antonini Scholarship
Available to undergraduate students of Southern California. Deadline: April 15. Application Fee: $15.Duration: 1 year.Deadline: April of each year.

Mary Ann Reinert Nursing Scholarship
To provide financial assistance to nursing students from several counties in Missouri, Iowa, Kansas, and Nebraska.Number Awarded: 1 each year.Duration: 1 year.Deadline: June of each year.

Mary Josephine Harwell Nursing Scholarship
Established with funds received from the estate of Mary Josephine Harwell through the provisions of her will. Criteria: must be admitted to or currently enrolled full-time in study leading to the BSN degree at the University of Alabama School of Nursing, University of Alabama at Birmingham, and have a cumulative grade point average of 2.5 or above. Preference will be given to residents of Elmore County, Alabama and those who show financial need as defined by the UAB Financial Aid Office. The School of Nursing Office of Student Affairs announces application deadline and procedures.

Mary Marshall Nursing Scholarship for Licensed Practical Nurses
Applicant must be a resident of Virginia for at least one year prior to application, be a high school graduate or have a GED, be enrolled as a full-time student, demonstrate financial need, and submit an application and letter of recommendation from a program director.Applicant must attend a school of practical nursing in Virginia.Deadline: July of each year.

Mary Marshall Nursing Scholarship for Registered Nurses
Applicant must be a Virginia resident at least one year prior to application, must be accepted or enrolled as a full-time student, have a minimum 3.0 GPA in required courses, demonstrate financial need, and submit an application and official transcripts.Deadline: July of each year.

Mary Nyquis Koons Scholarship
Applicant must be enrolled/admitted to this institution. Applicant must be currently enrolled in classes leading toward a baccalaureate or graduate degree in nursing. Application will be considered complete when accompanied by a transcript reflection that the applicant has completed 12 credits in a graduate (Masters, Doctorate) nursing program, and a letter from the registrar confirming current enrollment.Deadline: March of each year.

Mary Opal Wolanin Graduate Scholarship
To provide financial assistance to graduate student members of the NGNA.Number Awarded: 1 or more each year.Duration: 1 year.Deadline: July of each year.

Mary Opal Wolanin Scholarship
Applicant must be a U.S. citizen and a NGNA member, have a minimum 3.0 GPA, and demonstrate financial hardship.Deadline: August of each year.

Maryland Professional School Scholarship
To provide financial assistance to undergraduate or graduate students in Maryland who are interested in preparing for a career in the legal or medical professions.Duration: 1 year; recipients may reapply for 3 additional years.Deadline: February of each year.

Maryland State Nursing Scholarships
To provide financial scholarship/loans to college students in Maryland who are interested in preparing for a career as a nurse.Number Awarded: Varies; generally up to 300 each year.Duration: 1 year; may be renewed for up to 3 additional years.Deadline: June of each year.

Maryland Tuition Reduction for Nonresident Nursing Students
This program awards funding to residents of states other than Maryland who are accepted into Maryland
degree-granting nursing programs (graduate or undergraduate) at four-year public institutions or
community colleges. The amount of the award is equal to the difference between the cost of in-state and
out-of-state tuition. The recipient must earn a minimum of 6 credits per semester. Awardees must agree to
work as a nurse in the state of Maryland following graduation; two years of service are required if attending
community college, four years if attending four-year public institution. Award is renewable.Duration: All years.

Massachusetts Legion Auxiliary Past Presidents' Parley Scholarships
These scholarships are awarded to students who plan to study nursing and are children of veterans. The
scholarship is available to Massachusetts residents under the age of 22. Applicants must submit their
transcript and a short written statement (50 words). Students are also encouraged to contact their local
Auxiliary chapters for additional scholarships.Deadline: April of each year.

Massachusetts Legion Nursing Scholarship
To provide financial assistance for nursing education to the children of members of the American Legion in Massachusetts.Number Awarded: 1 each year.Duration: 1 year.Deadline: March of each year.

Master's Degree Scholarship in Cancer Nursing
Master's Degree Scholarship in Cancer Nursing.
Amount: Up to $10,000 for two years.
Doctoral Degree Scholarship in Cancer Nursing.
An annual stipend of $15,000 for up to four years.Number Awarded: Varies each year.Duration: 1 to 2 years.Deadline: December of each year.

Mayo Foundation Scholarship
To provide financial assistance for undergraduate nursing education to members of the National Black Nurses Association.Number Awarded: 1 or more each year.Duration: 1 year; may be renewed.Deadline: April of each year.

McFarland Charitable Foundation Scholarship
Applicant must contractually agree to practice registered nursing in the Havana, Ill., area for one year for each year of financing. Repayment is required for nonfulfillment of contractual obligation. Co-signers are required.Deadline: May of each year.

Meane Scholarships
To provide financial assistance to members of the AANA who are residents of Maine or pursuing further education at a program in designated states.Number Awarded: 1 each year.Duration: 1 year.Deadline: April of each year.

Medtronic Physio-Control Advanced Nursing Practice Scholarship
Applicant must be a nurse seeking an advanced clinical practice degree and must submit typewritten application form, biographical sketch, personal statement, expense projections, transcripts, and at least two letters of reference. Preference given to applicant focusing on cardiac nursing including cardiac resuscitation. Selection is based upon applicant's statement of goals, professional or ENA involvement, financial need, and GPA.Deadline: June of each year.

Mentor Healthcare Research Grants
To provide funding to graduate students and professionals interested in conducting research into bladder management, urinary dysfunction, and bladder cancer.Number Awarded: 1 or more each year.Duration: 1 year.Deadline: January of each year.

Mentored Clinical Scientist Development Awards
To provide financial support for specialized study to clinically trained professionals who are committed to a career in research and have the potential to develop into independent investigators.Number Awarded: Varies each year.Duration: 3 to 5 years.Deadline: January, May, or September of each year.

Mentored Clinical Scientist Development Awards
To provide financial support for specialized study to clinically trained professionals who are committed to a career in research and have the potential to develop into independent investigators.Number Awarded: Varies each year.Duration: 3 to 5 years.Deadline: January, May, or September of each year.

Mentored Research Scientist Development Awards
To provide financial support to research scientists who need an additional period of sponsored research training as a way to gain expertise in a research area new to them or in an area that would demonstrably enhance their scientific career.Number Awarded: Varies each year.Duration: 3 to 5 years.Deadline: January, May, or September of each year.

Mentored Research Scientist Development Awards
To provide financial support to research scientists who need an additional period of sponsored research training as a way to gain expertise in a research area new to them or in an area that would demonstrably enhance their scientific career.Number Awarded: Varies each year.Duration: 3 to 5 years.Deadline: January, May, or September of each year.

Merit Gasoline Foundation College Scholarship Program
Award limited to dependents of full-time employees of Merit Oil Corporation or its affiliates who have
been employed for at least two years or who are retired, totally disabled, or deceased. Must be high school graduate enrolled as undergraduate student.Duration: 1 year.Deadline: April of each year.

Michael D. Corley Memorial Scholarship
Established in 1992 by the AORN Exhibitors Advisory Committee to support an RN member of AORN
pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree. RN Applicants shall be a member of AORN in good standing.
Membership must be maintained continuously for 12 months prior to the June 30th application deadline
and throughout the funding period. Membership is considered lapsed if full dues are not received at AORN
Headquarters by the last day of the renewal month. A cumulative 3.0 GPA average is required and must be
maintained for RN members. Student nurse applicants must submit proof of acceptance or enrollment in a
NLNAC or CCNE program at an accredited institution. RN member nurses must be enrolled in an
appropriate accredited institution for higher education. Applicant is responsible for submitting all
materials, including application form, transcripts, resume or CV, personal statement and three letters of
endorsement.Duration: 1 year.Deadline: July of each year.

Middlesex County (NJ) Medical Society Foundation Scholarship
Applicant must be a resident of Middlesex County, N.J., for at least five years and be studying medicine (both M.D. and D.O. programs), nursing, or pharmacy. Selection is based upon academic achievement and financial need.Deadline: February of each year.

Mildred Nutting Nursing Scholarship
Scholarship is open to an undergraduate nursing student currently accepted or enrolled in an accredited
nursing program. Send a self-addressed envelope with postage to the National Society of Daughters of the
American Revolution.Number Awarded: Varies each year.Duration: 1 year.Deadline: February or August of each year.

Miller-Erb Nursing Development Fund
To provide forgivable loans to nurses and nursing graduate students involved in the field of nursing among Mennonites.Number Awarded: Varies each year.Duration: 1 year; may be renewed.Deadline: March of each year.

Minority Academic Institutions Student Scholarship
Applicants must be enrolled as a full-time student at a four-year accredited Minority Academic Institution
(MAI), or in a two-year MAI with plans to attend a four-year MAI to complete a bachelor's degree.Duration: 1 year.Deadline: November of each year.

Minority Nurse
For third- or fourth-year minority nursing students enrolled in an accredited B.S.N. program.

Miriam Fay Furlong Grant
This grant is awarded to a selected ATD undergraduate member in good standing who will be a junior or
senior next year and who is in need of financial assistance.Number Awarded: 1 each year.Duration: 1 year.Deadline: April of each year.

Mississippi Nurses Foundation Scholarship
To qualify for this award you must be a member of the Mississippi Nurses Association (MNA). The award
is granted based on a written essay. For more information, contact your school's financial aid office or the
MNA directly.Duration: 1 year.Deadline: October of each year.

Mississippi Nursing Education Graduate Loan/Scholarship Program
To provide scholarship/loans to Mississippi residents who are interested in working on a graduate degree in nursing.Number Awarded: Varies each year.Duration: 1 year; may be renewed if the recipient maintains a 3.0 GPA and maintains satisfactory academic progress.Deadline: April of each year.

Mississippi Nursing Teacher Stipend Program
To provide scholarship/loans to Mississippi licensed RNs who are interested in pursuing a career in teaching nursing.Number Awarded: Varies each year.Duration: Varies.Deadline: April of each year.

Mississippi Scholarship Program
Open to residents of the general areas of Cleveland, Jackson, Forest, or Vicksburg, Mississippi, what are
US citizens and live in the vicinity of a Tyson facility. Renewable!Duration: 1 year.Deadline: March of each year.

Missouri Legion Auxiliary Past Presidents' Parley Nurses' Scholarships
This scholarship is awarded annually to a high school graduate who has chosen nursing as a vocation. In
the first year $350 will be awarded with the understanding that $350 will be given the second year and
$300 will be given the third year in the student is still in nurse's training. The applicant must be a resident
of Missouri and a member of a veteran's family. The application must be validated by the sponsoring Unit.Number Awarded: 1 each year.Duration: 1 year.Deadline: March of each year.

Missouri Scholarship Program
Open to residents of the general areas of Dexter, Monett, Neosho, Noel, or Sedalia, Missouri, who are US
citizens and live in the vicinity of a Tyson facility. Renewable!Duration: 1 year.Deadline: March of each year.

MNRS Dissertation Research Grant
To provide funding for dissertation research to candidates for a doctorate in nursing in the midwestern states.Number Awarded: 1 or more each year.Duration: 1 year.Deadline: November of each year.

MNRS Investigator Research Grant
To provide funding for research to newly-established nursing investigators in the midwestern states.Number Awarded: 1 or more each year.Duration: 1 year.Deadline: November of each year.

Modern Woodmen of America Fraternal College Scholarship Program
Available to high school seniors who have been beneficial members of Modern Woodmen of America for
two years by September 30 of senior year. Selection based on scholarship, extracurricular activities, and
character. Include photo. Renewable for four years. Must submit biographical questionnaire and a form
from official of applicant's high school.Duration: 1 year.Deadline: January of each year.

Morgan-Sanders Endowed Scholarship
To provide financial assistance to students in Kansas who are working on a nursing degree on the undergraduate, master's, or doctoral level.Number Awarded: 1 each year.Duration: 1 year.Deadline: June of each year.